1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 807 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Stealth | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4080 mm |
